Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip8 vs. Z Fold7 and Z Flip7
Compare the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra & Z Flip8 to the Z Flip7 & Z Fold7: Next-gen AI, boundary-pushing cameras, and a new media-focused model redefining your viewing.
What you need to know
● The newest Galaxy Z Series introduces three ambitious models, each engineered for however you use your phone.
● The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra steps beyond the Z Fold7 with a precise 200 MP pro-grade main camera and powerful processor for ultimate productivity.
● The all-new Galaxy Z Fold8 centres on a 7.6-inch widescreen with a 4:3 aspect ratio and up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness, purpose-built for streaming and social content without sacrificing pocketability.6
● The Galaxy Z Flip8 is our thinnest Z Flip at 6.1 mm and 180 g, with flexible camera for great selfies while vloggers will love the Dual Camera feature and powerful AI editing tools.
● Battery capacity increases across the lineup. The Galaxy Z Fold8 delivers up to 26 hours of video playback with a 4,800 mAh battery10, the Galaxy Z Flip8 delivers up to 31 hours with a 4,300 mAh battery and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra delivers up to 27 hours with a 5,000 mAh battery. 1
What models are in the Galaxy Z Series 8 range?
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the latest all-purpose multitasker and an embodiment of our innovations in AI, camera, battery and display technology. Combining a 200 MP main camera and 50 MP Ultra-Wide camera with a 5,000 mAh battery, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra delivers a premium Galaxy experience.¹
Galaxy Z Fold8
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is engineered with content and video at its centre. Its 7.6-inch screen opens like a book to offer an immersive viewing experience in our lightest Galaxy Z Fold to date.6
Galaxy Z Flip8
The Galaxy Z Flip8 is our thinnest Galaxy Z Flip yet. Its light Armor Aluminum Frame and 50 MP camera provide flexible creative features, powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy. It combines a reimagined design with high-end performance for self-expression.
When was the Samsung Galaxy Z Series 8 line released?
The Galaxy Z Series 8 lineup was announced on July 22, 2026, at Galaxy Unpacked, with pre-orders opening the same day. Experience the latest advancements in AI technology and refined foldable design, with each model tailored to how you live.
Pre-order before August 7th to get exclusive offers and trade in your eligible old phone to get an instant discount on your new foldable. Terms and conditions apply.
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Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs. Z Fold7: What's changed?
Say hello to our most powerful Galaxy Z Fold yet. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra builds on the Galaxy Z Fold7 with a slimmer design, a 200 MP camera, a larger battery and AI features that work behind the scenes, so you can focus on what matters.
Looking to upgrade? Take advantage of exclusive pre-order trade-in offers on Samsung.com. Trade in an eligible smartphone and save up to $1,450 on the new Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. Terms and conditions apply.
What's different between the Z Fold7 & Z Fold8 Ultra designs?
A slim and light Fold
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is 4.1 mm when unfolded and weighs 215 g11, making it slightly slimmer and the same weight as the Galaxy Z Fold7. It combines an expansive screen with the convenience of a standard-size phone when folded and sits comfortably in your hand for productivity and everyday tasks.
Large 6.5" screen when folded
Even when folded, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra boasts a large 6.5" cover screen.7 Both the cover screen and main screen on Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra offer a 15% brighter display than Galaxy Z Fold7 and are the brightest and smoothest displays on Galaxy with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits.
Expansive 8" screen unfolded
Designed to help you get the most out of your smartphone experience, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra unfolds to a stunning 8-inch screen. The vibrant screen has better colour accuracy and offers a 15% brighter display than the Galaxy Z Fold7 thanks to Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology giving you a perfect canvas for split-screen multitasking.
Which Fold model has the best camera?
Capturing the special moments couldn’t be easier with the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra’s 50 MP ultra-wide lens and 200 MP camera, turning any quick snapshot into a professional-grade immortalised memory. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has seen a transformational upgrade over the Z Fold7, which offered a 12 MP ultra-wide lens and a 200 MP main camera.
The Ultra Wide camera has wider apertures. Its sensor now opens to F1.9, improving brightness by 34% for better clarity on ultra-wide shots. Shoot video in stunning 8K quality and with the Pro Visual Engine, videos can now also look incredible even in low light. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra's pro-grade camera can make a photographer out of anyone.
Which Fold model has the best performance?
Whether for gaming, streaming, or scrolling content, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra boasts a powerful upgrade in its processing capabilities, allowing you to use your phone however you want with ease. Powered by a Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor9, the Fold8 Ultra effortlessly delivers faster speeds for smooth multitasking, improved frame rates and improved AI performance compared to the previous model.
At the centre of this new model are powerful advancements in AI technology, designed to be your handy everyday assistant. Now Nudge12 can analyze supported content on your screen and offer helpful shortcuts in real time. Combined with Photo Assist for prompt-based image editing and Live Translate, these features help you get more out of your time.
Which Fold model has the best screen?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra features an 8-inch main foldable display to match the Fold7's and a 6.5-inch cover display7, giving you more room for things that matter. At 3,000 nits, the Fold8 Ultra is 15% brighter. The Fold8 Ultra and Fold7 are close competitors when it comes to display size, but for pure media immersion, you may want to check out the all-new Galaxy Z Fold8, which boasts a 7.6-inch screen and 4:3 aspect ratio, perfect for engaging with media like never before.
What new AI features does the Z Fold8 Ultra have?
As AI evolves, so do we. Every model features Now Brief15, turning your phone into an everyday assistant, surfacing coupons, appointments, and more at a glance. Now Nudge12 reads your screen in real time, offering smart prompts like calendar suggestions or directions when someone texts you an address.
Deliver professional-grade video with Super Steady Video16 and Audio Eraser, keeping footage level and background noise-free.
Photo Assist allows anyone to edit like a pro – move, resize, or delete objects with AI filling the gaps.14
Gemini automation and upgraded Bixby handle the heavy lifting: placing your regular food order, booking a taxi, and more.
Enhanced call screening filters unwanted calls, while Transcript Assist converts voice memos into text summaries with a tap, saving you time.2
Introducing the brand-new Galaxy Z Fold8
Introducing the Galaxy Z Fold8, an all-new form factor built around the way you watch. At 201 g11, it’s our lightest Fold yet, with a breathtaking 7.6-inch widescreen in a 4:3 aspect ratio at 3,000 nits, designed to give you the ultimate viewing experience and a new 4:3 ratio when folded for perfect readability. This model delivers immersive viewing without sacrificing any pocketability.6
A new foldable form factor perfect for media
A wider screen when open
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is unlike any Fold before it; with a 7.6-inch widescreen set in a 4:3 aspect ratio, this new form factor blends user comfort with an engaging viewing experience. Social media content will become more immersive than ever, with reduced unused space on the outside.6
Smaller, wider and more pocketable
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is the big-screen experience that goes everywhere in your pocket. The closed display boasts a new 4:3 screen layout built for everyday comfort and readability, and a 201 g11 frame makes it our lightest Fold to date, perfect for sitting snugly in your hand or pocket.
All the foldable features you love
The Galaxy Z Fold8 comes loaded with all the foldable flexibility you love and IP48 water resistance18. Its 4,800 mAh battery1 delivers up to 26 hours of battery life, and Super Fast Charging lets you get up and running again quickly when you need to - perfect for a marathon movie session or social media browsing.
What's different between the Fold8 Ultra & Fold8?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is Samsung's most powerful fold to date: a 200 MP main camera with 50 MP ultra-wide, a 5,000 mAh battery1 with up to 27 hours of playback10, and Snapdragon processor delivering improved GPU, CPU and AI performance compared with Galaxy Z Fold7.3 Folded, it's the size of a normal smartphone. When unfolded, it has a taller aspect ratio, great for work and split screen productivity.
The Fold8 puts immersive viewing first. Its 7.6-inch widescreen in a 4:3 ratio fills the screen with fewer black bars - making it ideal for streaming and social media. Dual 50 MP cameras and a 4,800 mAh battery keep it highly capable, and it fits snugly in your pocket. Where the Z Fold8 Ultra lets you do more, the Z Fold8 lets you see more. When folded, it's compact and portable. When unfolded, the aspect ratio is more horizontal, perfect for video content.1
Which new Fold has the better camera?
For photography and video, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is in a class of its own with its 200 MP main and 50 MP ultra-wide camera, complete with the Pro Visual Engine designed to make any snapshot a high-quality memory. The Galaxy Z Fold8 brings a dual 50 MP camera system that delivers excellent everyday shots and content creation. If the camera is what brings you here, then the Fold8 Ultra is the phone for you.
Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Flip7: What’s changed?
Meet our most refined Flip yet. The Galaxy Z Flip8 is a 6.1 mm, 180 g11 model with a camera, complete with our groundbreaking FlexCam feature, that can be completely transformed to suit your creative needs. Create short films using this model as a camcorder and capture the perfect selfie with the 50 MP camera. The Flip8 is the standout choice for those with a flair for creativity or self-expression.
If you are looking to upgrade, benefit from exclusive trade-in offers on Samsung.com. Trade in your old eligible Galaxy smartphone and save up to $920 off the new Galaxy Z Flip8. 21
What is the difference between the Flip8 and Flip7 design?
The new Flip8 is slimmer & lighter
When open, the Galaxy Z Flip8 is 6.1 mm and 180 g, 0.4 mm thinner and lighter than the Z Flip7, making it one of the most pocketable smartphones on the market, without giving up any of the features that make your life easier.4, 8, 11
The Flip8 is easier to open
Boasting a more ergonomic design for smoother opening and closing, the Galaxy Z Flip8 offers a more seamless experience than the Z Flip74 – the kind you'll notice with every use. Choose from a wide range of colourful cases and accessories to open up another layer of customization.
The Flip8 has a less noticeable seam
Always striving for perfection, the Galaxy Z Flip8 reduces the fold line further than ever before, making the seam less noticeable when the phone is open. This innovative hinge technology delivers both a slim 6.1 mm profile and a flatter, cleaner display surface.4
Which Flip model has the best camera?
The Galaxy Z Flip8 and Z Flip7 both carry a 50 MP wide lens, but the Z Flip8 treads new ground the Pro Visual Engine and DSLR-trained AI Bokeh17 an artistic style built with professional-grade photography to make every shot look effortlessly beautiful. The Z Flip8’s FlexCam feature takes things to another level, retaining the incredible flexibility provided by the Flexcam seen in the Z Flip7.
Which Flip model has the best performance?
Building on the Galaxy Z Flip7, which was powered by the Exynos 2500 for Galaxy processor, the Galaxy Z Flip8 features the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy. It delivers improved CPU, GPU and AI performance for smoother operation, enhanced graphics and more responsive everyday use.9
The biggest difference in performance comes with the introduction of meaningful AI features capable of transforming the way you work and perhaps even the way you live. Now Nudge can surface helpful next steps in real time based on supported content on your screen.12
Which Flip model has the best screen?
The Galaxy Z Flip8 and Galaxy Z Flip7 have comparable main display sizes8, while the Galaxy Z Flip8 adds a less noticeable crease and an IP48 water resistance rating.18 Its Armor Aluminum Frame19, hinge design and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 provide added everyday protection.5 The FlexWindow with Google Gemini can surface personalized information and support compatible actions without opening the phone.13
What new AI features does the Flip8 have?
Major AI upgrades make the Galaxy Z Flip8 a generational step forward from its predecessor in the Flip7. The AI-native FlexWindow delivers daily insights tailored to you and can even automate routine actions from a closed screen. From filling in details into a calendar to choosing the best route to a texted address, Now Nudge can surface helpful next steps based on supported content on your screen, such as calendar suggestions or directions.12
Additionally, the Z Flip8 will deliver all the great AI features of the Z Flip7, like Photo Assist14, Note Assist20, and enhanced call screening to save you time and energy.
On top of all that, use your Z Flip8 to express your creativity and capture perfect memories with Galaxy AI editing tools, giving your portraits a professional finish.2
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the differences between the Galaxy Z Series 8 models?The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the ultimate all-in-one model, boasting an excellent camera with all the latest AI features to make your life easier. The all-new Galaxy Z Fold8 is the go-to choice for those using their phone for watching videos or browsing social, with its foldable widescreen blending an immersive viewing experience with convenient pocketability. The Galaxy Z Flip8 is the standout choice for those with a creative flair, with its FlexCam feature for easier video capture and 50 MP camera for stunning selfies.
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Which model has the best camera?The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the best camera, with a 200 MP main camera and 50 MP ultra-wide lens, an improvement from its predecessor.
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Which Foldable is best for gaming?Equipped with the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy9, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is designed for gaming and multitasking. Its 5,000 mAh battery supports up to 27 hours of video playback10.1
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Which Foldable is best for streaming?The Galaxy Z Fold8 is an all-new form factor designed with streaming in mind. Its 7.6-inch widescreen with a 4:3 aspect ratio makes it the perfect choice for immersive viewing without sacrificing pocketability.6
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How does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra differ from the Fold7?The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra builds upon the legacy of the Fold7 with several improvements. An upgraded camera and higher battery life, combined with a host of ground breaking AI features and a brighter display, are just a few of the ways in which the Fold8 Ultra steps beyond its predecessor.
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How does the Galaxy Z Flip8 compare to the Flip7?The Galaxy Z Flip8 is thinner, lighter and more pocketable than the Galaxy Z Flip7. It also adds new AI features while retaining a 50 MP Wide camera and flexible FlexCam capabilities for selfies and video.
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What colours are the Galaxy Z Series 8 models available in?The Galaxy Z Series 8 models are available in the following colours:
Fold8 Ultra—Violet Shadow, Graphite, Cream, online-exclusive Green Shadow;
Fold8—Lavender, Graphite, Cream, online-exclusive Pistachio;
Flip8—Pink, Graphite, Cream, online-exclusive Mint
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1. Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4854 mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, 4660 mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8 and 4174 mAh for Galaxy Z Flip8.
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3. When compared to Galaxy Z Fold7
4. When compared to Galaxy Z Flip7
5. Corning® Gorilla® Glass Ceramic 3 is applied to the front of the device and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 is applied to the rear.
6. Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8's Cover Screen size is 5.5” in the full rectangle and 5.4” accounting for the rounded corners. The Main Screen size is 7.6” in the full rectangle and 7.6” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
7. Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra's Cover Screen size is 6.5” in the full rectangle and 6.5” accounting for the rounded corners. The Main Screen size is 8.0” in the full rectangle and 8.0” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
8. Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip8's Cover Screen size is 4.1” in the full rectangle and 4.0” accounting for the rounded corners. The Main Screen size is 6.9” in the full rectangle and 6.8” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
9. Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.
10. Based on Samsung internal lab test conditions with pre-release version of given model connected to earphone via Bluetooth under default settings over LTE. Estimated against battery capacity and measured current over battery power consumption during video playback (video file resolution 720 p, saved on device) on the main screen. Actual video playback time may vary by network connection, settings, video file format, screen brightness, battery condition and many other factors.
11. Weight may vary by country or region.
12. Now Nudge feature requires a Samsung Account login. Available functions and features may vary by country, region and language. Text message prompts available with certain third party messaging apps including Samsung Messages, Google Messages, Google Chat. Split view supported apps may vary. Share photos in Now Nudge works by analyzing available image content. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
13. Google and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC.
14. Photo Assist may require a network connection and Samsung Account login. Service availability may vary by country, language or device model. Photo Assist may result in a resized photo. A visible watermark is overlaid on the image output upon saving in order to indicate that the image is generated by AI. The accuracy and reliability of the generated output is not guaranteed.
15. Now Brief feature requires Samsung Account login. Available functions and features may vary by country, region, language, device model and apps. Some features may require a network connection. Customized briefing content provided is based only on the personal information to which the user has consented. Accuracy of generated results is not guaranteed. The description of photos provided by moments may not align with the user's intent. Events schedule notification is supported with calendar apps that utilize Android calendar database and available if Samsung Calendar is installed. There is a limit to how many times custom cards can be generated and edited. If the limit is reached, try again the next day.
16. Super Steady results may vary depending on editing method and/or shooting conditions.
17. AI Bokeh effect is available only in Portrait mode. AI Bokeh photos are currently available at 12 MP resolution.
18. Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Rinse residue and dry the device if wet. Water resistance is not permanent and may diminish over time because of normal wear and tear.
19. Armor Aluminum frame does not include volume and side keys, SIM tray or camera lens barrel. 20. Note Assist requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. Character limits apply. Service availability may vary by language. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
21. To be eligible for Trade-In, the qualifying device must meet all Samsung Trade-In Program eligibility requirements. Trade-In offers and values vary by eligible device, condition, model and promotional period. Terms and conditions apply.